Vascular Conditions

SAVE A LEG. SAVE A LIFE.

At CACVI, we are board certified consultants in endovascular interventions, specializing in micro-vessel interventions below the knee to preserve the limb with improved blood flow for better and quicker wound healing. We dedicate our practice to saving limbs. Amputation itself has a high mortality rate. It is our mission to prevent amputations. We have saved thousands of limbs and are committed to improving the quality of your life and the lives of those you love.

Learn more about the vascular conditions we treat.

Amputation Prevention / Limb Salvation

We are board certified consultants in endovascular interventions, specializing in micro-vessel interventions below the knee to preserve the limb with improved blood flow for better and quicker wound healing.

Arterial Leg Ulcers

Arterial leg ulcers, also known as Ischemic ulcers or Ischemic wounds, are mostly located on the lateral surface of the ankle or the distal digits. They are commonly caused by peripheral artery disease (PAD).

Venous Insufficiency Leg Ulcers

Venous Insufficiency Ulcers: are wounds that are thought to occur due to improper functioning of venous valves, usually of the legs (hence leg ulcers). They are the major occurrence of chronic wounds, occurring in 70% to 90% of leg ulcer cases.

Varicose Veins

Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a medical condition in which blood pools in the veins, straining the walls of the vein. The most common cause of CVI is superficial venous reflux which is a treatable condition. Signs may include varicose veins.

Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI)

Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI), also known as Venous Reflux Disease, is a medical condition in which blood pools in the veins, straining the walls of the vein. The most common cause of CVI is superficial venous reflux which is a treatable condition. Signs may include varicose veins.

Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI)

Critical Limb Ischemia (CLI) is a serious condition in which there is inadequate blood flow and oxygen to a specific part of the body. Ischemia is serious form of Peripheral Artery Disease that can cause tissue damage gangrene, ulcers & limb loss.

Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD)

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a narrowing of the arteries other than those that supply the heart or the brain. Peripheral artery disease most commonly affects the legs, but other arteries may also be involved.

May-Thurner Syndrome (MTS)

May-Thurner syndrome (MTS), also known as Iliac Vein Compression Syndrome, is caused when the left iliac vein is compressed up against the spine by the right iliac artery, which increases the risk of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in the left extremity.

Diabetic Neuropathy

Diabetic neuropathy is defined as “the presence of symptoms and/or signs of peripheral nerve dysfunction in people with diabetes after the exclusion of other causes.”

Diabetic Foot Ulcers

Diabetic Foot Ulcers is a major complication of diabetes mellitus, and probably the major component of the diabetic foot.

Peripheral Venous Disease

Peripheral venous disease is the blockage of a vein by a blood clot. It can happen anywhere in the body but is most common in the arms and legs. It is caused by injury, infection, a long bed rest or illness, recent major surgery, pregnancy, or being overweight.

Aortic Aneurysm

An aortic aneurysm is an enlargement (dilation) of the aorta to greater than 1.5 times normal size. They usually cause no symptoms except when ruptured. Occasionally, there may be abdominal, back, or leg pain.

Carotid Artery Stenosis

Carotid artery stenosis is a narrowing or constriction of any part of the carotid arteries, usually caused by atherosclerosis.

Renal Artery Stenosis

Renal artery disease, also known as renal artery stenosis, is a narrowing of arteries that carry blood to one or both of the kidneys.

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Dr. Moinakhtar Lala and Dr. Mehran J. Khorsandi of CACVI

Dr. M Lala, Dr. Mehran J. Khorsandi and Dr. V Lala

Meet Your Specialists

The Center for Advanced Cardiac and Vascular Interventions (CACVI) is led by Dr. M Lala, Dr. Khorsandi and Dr. V Lala, who have over thirty years of practice with over 15,000 successful vascular and cardiac procedures performed. Our physicians are determined to provide each patient with unparalleled expertise and compassionate care as they work diligently to improve your health.